| G | GRASSROOTS. All of our service projects will grow from the knowledge and needs of local communities. |
| R | REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE. Whenever possible, we use recycled and repurposed materials, and then recycle all recyclable waste from our projects. |
| E | ENGAGEMENT. We work with service partners to engage community members in projects to ensure the community contributes and has ownership over the long term. |
| E | EDUCATION. We make sure that everyone involved with the projects–from employees to partners and community members–understands why the projects are important and how they will be sustained. |
| N | NEUTRAL. We aim to take on projects that have a neutral impact on the environment, including those that can be easily accessed by public transportation or carpooling. |